Comparison

8shape vs Exoracer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

8shape

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8shape is pool. But with shapes. Sink your shapes into the pockets, then the black 8shape – in the pocket opposite the one where you sank the last of your shapes. Sounds simple? Wait and see. YOUR SHAPES, YOUR GAME Circle, triangle, star or octagon: choose your cue shape and the shapes you play with. The more angular the shape, the trickier the game – and the more points. HOW YOU PLAY • Tap = shoot. The further from your cue shape you tap, the harder the shot. • The first shape you sink determines your suit. • Fewer turns, fast wins, trickshots: everything earns bonus points. • Several shapes in one shot? Combo bonus. • Fouls cost your multiplier. So: aim, don't hope. POWERUPS Win games, collect cards, level up your powerups and bring your favorites to the table: aim assist, explosion, freeze, earthquake and more – from common to legendary. MULTIPLAYER Challenge real opponents via Game Center – turn-based, with 48 hours per turn. Powerups included. Good luck, you'll need it. TRICKSHOTS Tricky challenge levels with star ratings. More art than a simple shot. NO ADS THAT INTERRUPT YOU No full-screen ad after a game, none on the way back to the menu, none mid-shot. Ads run only when you start one yourself – for a reward you actually want. ALSO • Leaderboards and 90+ achievements • Daily gift • Light and dark mode • Minimalist design, no clutter • Available in several languages, including English Shapes first. Then the 8. Can you do it in under 30 turns?

About

Exoracer

Compete in fast-paced multiplayer platformer races to achieve world records. Enjoy addictive gameplay with up to four players, an offline mode, and a powerful replay viewer. Create your own challenges with the fully fledged level editor.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced multiplayer races
  • Offline mode
  • Powerful replay viewer
  • Level editor
  • Compete for world records
Features
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Exoracer is a fast-paced multiplayer platformer game where you compete for the world record. Play on short and fun levels to get the best time as you can Main features: - Fast-paced and addictive gameplay in 4-player races - Offline mode - Powerful replay viewer - Fully fledged level editor

Screenshots

8shape4 screens
Exoracer3 screens

Verdict

The call

8shape and Exoracer are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 8shape sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Exoracer sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

8shape ships an update every 3 weeks, Exoracer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
8shape versus Exoracer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter8shapeExoracer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (1.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—79.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.315.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB244 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSebastian KraussNyan Studio Games LLC

Bugs and requests

8shape

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Exoracer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent checkpoint triggers
  • Leaderboard issues with incorrect times
  • Graphical glitches on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a friends system
  • Implement a ranked mode
  • Allow free access to level editor
  • Add more customization options

In-app purchases

6 purchases

8shape

One-time6
  • 10 Card Pack$0.99
  • 25 Card Pack$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
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  • 50 Card Pack$2.99
  • 100 Card Pack$3.99
  • Full Package$8.99
10 purchases

Exoracer

One-time10
  • Diamond pack 1$1.99
  • Level editor2 variants$1.99
  • Diamond pack 2$4.99
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  • Exopass$4.99
  • Science pack$4.99
  • Special offer$4.99
  • Diamond pack 3$9.99
  • Special offer 10$9.99
  • Diamond pack 4$19.99
  • Diamond pack 5$49.99

Questions

Is 8shape free?
8shape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Exoracer free?
Exoracer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 8shape or Exoracer have ads?
Both 8shape and Exoracer show ads.
Which is updated more often, 8shape or Exoracer?
8shape ships an update every 3 weeks, and Exoracer every 5 weeks. Most recently, 8shape was updated on October 9, 2026 and Exoracer on October 17, 2026.

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